“Credible Professionals, Doing Incredible Work”
Each year, the Pennsylvania Department of Health, Bureau of Emergency Medical Services, with the assistance of the Pennsylvania Emergency Health Services Council (PEHSC) recognizes individuals, groups, and organizations that have made a significant contribution to Pennsylvania’s EMS System.
- EMS Clinician of the Year (New for 2026)
- EMS Educator of the Year
- EMS Communications Award
- EMS Physician of the Year (New for 2026)
- Dr. George Moerkirk Memorial Outstanding Contributions to EMS Award
- Amanda Wertz Memorial EMS for Children Award
- David J. Lindstrom EMS Innovation Award
- EMS Agency of the Year
Please note, Rescue Service of the Year has been removed from the awards categories
- All nominations must be received by PEHSC on or before March 15, 2026.
- Incomplete and anonymous nominations will not be accepted or processed.
- Selection preference is typically given to nominees who have not been past state EMS award recipients.
